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B977 FFM

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,598 mi
Last recorded64,598 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB977 FFM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 64,598 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front fork leg light misting on bottom n/s

Fail 9 May 2013 64,598 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front fork leg light misting on bottom n/s

Pass 5 Apr 2012 64,447 miles

rear brake lightly binding

Fail 11 Apr 2006 63,089 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1100?

Based on 2,124 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
551
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
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B977 FFM is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 32,308 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B977 FFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B977 FFM registered?

B977 FFM is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 14 October 1997.

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